Chlorhexidine Gluconate 20% is a high-quality antiseptic for a wide range of indications. Chlorhexidine is used for its antiseptic action above all in dentistry and dental care, as well as for cleaning and disinfection of wounds.
It can be used as a preservative in cosmetics at a maximum concentration of 0.3%. Worked into hair and skin care products or into nappy or intimate care products, Chlorhexidine Gluconate 20% has a conserving effect that protects the formulation against microbial spoiling.
Chlorhexidine is an attractively priced raw material that can even be used as the sole preservative in a formulation.